Elijah Craig straight Kentucky Rye Whiskey carries the distinctive spiciness of rye grain balanced with sweetness from corn. After patiently aging, each Small Batch is hand-selected for consistent taste and bottled at 94 proof. Color: Medium Chesnut. Nose: Dark chocolate with spices and a hint of smoke. Taste: Rich bakig spices and honey backed up with smooth oak influence. Finihs: Long, longering.